The first stage of the project will involve making safe the heritage listed lanterns and brackets, which have deteriorated following decades of exposure to the harsh seafront conditions, as well as suffering corrosion and general wear and tear.
These will be taken down and replaced with temporary lighting which will be in place for at least 18 months.
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The lanterns and brackets will be safely stored while restoration and design work is carried out in partnership with Historic England and leading industry streetlighting experts. The lamppost columns, which hold up the brackets and lanterns, will remain in place.
Once the first phase of making safe and the design work is completed the second phase of reinstating the iconic design will begin in early 2022.
The project, which will take at least two to three years to complete, will mean a significant investment in the region of £2 million which will come from the City Transport Capital Programme.
